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Top Secret/SCI
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$100,000 - $125,000
No Traveling
IT - Support
Cheyenne Mountain AFB, CO (On-Site/Office)
****This position requires an active DoD Clearance ( Top Secret/SCI)****
***Because an active DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required***
Job Description:
Force Tracking Mission Management Center (FT MMC) Team Awareness Kit (TAK) Operations Support Specialist provides operational and technical expertise in supporting mission-critical systems. The position focuses on ensuring seamless integration, data exchange, and operational readiness between TAK and the Force Tracking Advanced Management System (FTAMS). The ideal candidate will play a critical role in managing TAK deployments, maintaining system reliability, and optimizing interoperability between TAK and FTAMS to enhance situational awareness and operational decision-making.
Responsibilities:
- Install, monitor and maintain TAK systems within the Force Tracking Mission Management Center.
- Provide real-time technical support and troubleshooting for TAK-related issues to ensure uninterrupted operations.
-Train and assist operators in the effective use of TAK applications for mission-critical operations.
- Develop and maintain processes for the integration and data exchange between TAK and FTAMS.
- Ensure secure, accurate, and timely transfer of geospatial and operational data between systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish data-sharing protocols and address integration challenges.
- Configure TAK systems to meet mission requirements, including setting up custom geospatial layers, communication channels, and user permissions.
- Monitor TAK network connections, server performance, and data synchronization with FTAMS.
- Manage TAK software updates, patches, and enhancements to ensure system reliability and security.
- Work closely with FTAMS developers, system integrators, and mission planners to align TAK capabilities with operational needs.
- Serve as a liaison between TAK users and FT MMC leadership to gather feedback and implement system improvements.
- Document and report integration metrics, operational insights, and system status to stakeholders.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience with TAK or related geospatial systems in an operational or technical support role.
- Familiarity with FTAMS or similar force tracking and mission management systems.
- Experience with data integration processes, APIs, and protocols.
- Strong understanding of network communications, including TCP/IP, multicast, and secure data transmission.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in real-time operational environments.
- Active DoD security clearance (Top Secret / SCI).
Top Skills' Details:
1. Install, monitor and maintain TAK systems within the Force Tracking Mission Management Center. TAK (Team Awareness Kit AKA Tactical Assault Kit) administration
2. TS with SCI eligibility no upgrades( may look at just a TS with No eligibility if TS is in scope with no PR needed)
3. Develop and maintain processes for the integration and data exchange between TAK and FTAMS.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience with geospatial data formats and GIS tools (e.g., GeoJSON, KML, ArcGIS).
- Knowledge of DoD force tracking systems and operational concepts.
- Certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP) or IT systems (e.g., AWS, Microsoft).
- Experience with VMWare
Key Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse teams.
- Ability to adapt quickly to dynamic mission environments and operational priorities.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high-quality system performance.
**Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Post will expire: 12/14/2024
***Because an active DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required***
Job Description:
Force Tracking Mission Management Center (FT MMC) Team Awareness Kit (TAK) Operations Support Specialist provides operational and technical expertise in supporting mission-critical systems. The position focuses on ensuring seamless integration, data exchange, and operational readiness between TAK and the Force Tracking Advanced Management System (FTAMS). The ideal candidate will play a critical role in managing TAK deployments, maintaining system reliability, and optimizing interoperability between TAK and FTAMS to enhance situational awareness and operational decision-making.
Responsibilities:
- Install, monitor and maintain TAK systems within the Force Tracking Mission Management Center.
- Provide real-time technical support and troubleshooting for TAK-related issues to ensure uninterrupted operations.
-Train and assist operators in the effective use of TAK applications for mission-critical operations.
- Develop and maintain processes for the integration and data exchange between TAK and FTAMS.
- Ensure secure, accurate, and timely transfer of geospatial and operational data between systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish data-sharing protocols and address integration challenges.
- Configure TAK systems to meet mission requirements, including setting up custom geospatial layers, communication channels, and user permissions.
- Monitor TAK network connections, server performance, and data synchronization with FTAMS.
- Manage TAK software updates, patches, and enhancements to ensure system reliability and security.
- Work closely with FTAMS developers, system integrators, and mission planners to align TAK capabilities with operational needs.
- Serve as a liaison between TAK users and FT MMC leadership to gather feedback and implement system improvements.
- Document and report integration metrics, operational insights, and system status to stakeholders.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience with TAK or related geospatial systems in an operational or technical support role.
- Familiarity with FTAMS or similar force tracking and mission management systems.
- Experience with data integration processes, APIs, and protocols.
- Strong understanding of network communications, including TCP/IP, multicast, and secure data transmission.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in real-time operational environments.
- Active DoD security clearance (Top Secret / SCI).
Top Skills' Details:
1. Install, monitor and maintain TAK systems within the Force Tracking Mission Management Center. TAK (Team Awareness Kit AKA Tactical Assault Kit) administration
2. TS with SCI eligibility no upgrades( may look at just a TS with No eligibility if TS is in scope with no PR needed)
3. Develop and maintain processes for the integration and data exchange between TAK and FTAMS.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience with geospatial data formats and GIS tools (e.g., GeoJSON, KML, ArcGIS).
- Knowledge of DoD force tracking systems and operational concepts.
- Certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP) or IT systems (e.g., AWS, Microsoft).
- Experience with VMWare
Key Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse teams.
- Ability to adapt quickly to dynamic mission environments and operational priorities.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high-quality system performance.
**Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Post will expire: 12/14/2024
group id: 10105424
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